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1 SPECIAL 2-for-1 PRICING MYSTIQUE OF THE MAYA CRUISE IN LUXURY FROM MIAMI TO COLÓN Sponsored By SIGMA SIGMA SIGMA SORORITY JANUARY 11-22, 2017

2 CRYSTAL SERENITY CRUISERS' TOP CHOICE For more than two decades, Crystal has won an unprecedented number of top awards across multiple categories, including being voted World s Best by the readers of Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler more than any other cruise line, hotel or resort in history. Thousands of jetsetting readers rated cruise lines on service, itineraries/ destinations, activities, accommodations, food and value, culminating in the overall score. THE CRYSTAL DIFFERENCE When you embark on a Crystal cruise, you slip into a world of relaxed luxury designed to inspire your spirit, enrich your mind, ignite your passion and stimulate your senses. Ambiance Luxurious spaciousness, welcoming sophistication, quiet elegance and an unhurried pace set the tone for your Crystal Cruises experience. Service All crewmembers graduate from an exclusive training program and possess an unwavering standard of excellence. One of the highest crew-to-guest ratios in the industry ensures a more personalized experience. Accommodations Luxuriously appointed and beautifully furnished cabins are just the beginning. Enjoy a wealth of amenities, such as plush down comforters, 100% Egyptian cotton linens, Frette bathrobes, Aveda bath amenities, twice-daily housekeeping, including nightly turndown service and much more. Dining From a taste for the exotic to a desire for the familiar, enjoy a rich array of dining choices, all featuring expertly prepared cuisine to satisfy even the most discerning palate. Dress In the evening, the attire is Crystal Casual, which is a dressed-up version of casual. Those passengers who enjoy a celebratory atmosphere and would like to dress more formally can do so on a designated Black Tie Optional evening. Wellness Crystal understands that today s cruisers want to rejuvenate their minds and bodies, so it offers a state-of-the-art fitness center and a full range of classes to do just that. And when you want to relax, visit the award-winning Crystal Spa & Salon, the only feng shui-inspired spa at sea. Enrichment A delightful combination of entertainers and guest speakers, including world affairs experts, writers and celebrities, provides enrichment lectures. On Crystal, you can learn to play the piano, sharpen your golf game, join Wellness at Sea lectures with the Cleveland Clinic, learn a foreign language and even learn how to build a website! Entertainment In virtually every industry poll, Crystal Cruises ranks number one for exceptional entertainment. Witness award-winning Broadway-style entertainment, see intimate cabaret performances, watch classic and recent-release films at the Hollywood Theater or try your luck at the Vegas-style casino.

3 Dear Sigma Sisters We invite you to join us on an unforgettable passage aboard the luxurious Six-Star Crystal Serenity that takes you along the scenic Caribbean coast of Latin America. This is a dream cruise for anyone who loves water adventure and ecotourism flavored with local culture and Mayan history. As you cruise from Miami, Florida, to Colón, Panama, discover the best of unforgettable places such as Cozumel, Mexico; Belize City, Belize; Roatán Island, Honduras. Enjoy the worry-free convenience and value of group travel while shaping your dream vacation. Make your cruise as active or as relaxing as you desire by selecting the excursions and activities that appeal to you. On Crystal Cruises, All Inclusive means that every meal, cup of coffee and snack is complimentary, and open bar service is available throughout the ship. Crystal even takes care of gratuities for housekeeping, dining and bar staff. Learn the true meaning of luxury cruising and see why world-renowned Crystal Cruises has received the ranking of World s Best from the readers of Travel + Leisure magazine for 20 consecutive years. This program will fill quickly, so make your reservation today! In Our Bonds, Marcia Cutter Executive Director Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority trisigma.ahitravel.com ITINERARY Day 1 Depart for Miami or Fort Lauderdale, FloridaA Embark Crystal Serenity Day 2 Cruise the Caribbean Sea Day 3 Cozumel, Mexico Day 4 Costa Maya, Mexico Day 5 Belize City, Belize Day 6 Santo Tomás de Castilla, Guatemala Day 7 Roatán Island, Honduras Day 8 Trujillo Day 9 Cruise the Caribbean Sea Day 10 Puerto Limón, Costa Rica Day 11 Colón, Panama Day 12 Colón Disembark ship TransferA to airport and return to gateway city Note: Program Itinerary is subject to change due to local conditions. A Provided for Personal Select Air/Sea Program participants.

4 COMPARE WITH OTHER CRUISE LINES ONBOARD AMENITIES CRYSTAL CRUISES PREMIUM CRUISE LINES Gratuities for housekeeping, bar, Complimentary Additional charge dining and Penthouse butler staff Fine wines, Champagne and Complimentary Additional charge premium spirits throughout the ship Bon voyage Champagne Complimentary Additional charge Wine-tasting seminars Complimentary Additional charge Returning guest reception Complimentary No-host bar Sodas, bottled water and juices Complimentary Additional charge Specialty coffees and espresso beverages Complimentary Additional charge Wine corkage Complimentary Additional or not allowed Premium ice cream, yogurt Complimentary Additional charge and smoothie bar In-stateroom dining (evening) Order from Order from limited room- Crystal Dining Room service menu Transportation to city center Complimentary Additional charge Yoga and Pilates instruction Complimentary Additional charge Golf clinics/lessons Complimentary Additional charge for golf clinics with pro, simulators up to $20 Enrichment programs Complimentary Additional charge of up to $50 per person Self-service laundry Complimentary Additional charge In-stateroom select beer, wine and spirits Complimentary Additional charge menu upon request In-Penthouse choice of select Complimentary Additional charge fine wines and spirits upon request Specialty restaurants: Prego and One complimentary Additional charge of Silk Road or The Sushi Bar reservation per person up to $30 per person at each restaurant Premium poolside real estate Complimentary Additional charge for the best locations near the pool Included Wi-Fi: Deluxe Stateroom and Complimentary Additional charge on most Penthouse guests, 60 minutes daily; cruise lines for any usage Penthouse Suite guests, 90 minutes daily

5 MYSTIQUE OF THE MAYA PERSONAL SELECT AIR SEA PROGRAM Crystal s Personal Select Air/Sea Program allows you to select the best schedule and fare from a choice of multiple options to Miami or Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a return from Colón, Panama, available approximately 10 months prior to departure. All transfers and baggage handling between the airports and piers on days of embarkation/ disembarkation. Crystal Cruises support in the event of flight delays or cancellations. INCLUDED FEATURES Set sail from Miami, Florida, for 11 nights aboard the Crystal Serenity and cruise the Caribbean Sea. Deluxe staterooms with flat-panel television with DVD/CD player, private bath with tub/shower, double basins, marble countertops, sitting area, security safe and refrigerator stocked with complimentary beverages. Crystal Cruises Optional Shore Excursions (at an additional cost) in each port of call, led by knowledgeable guides. Captain s Gala Welcome and Farewell receptions. Exclusive AHI Welcome and Farewell parties. Services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. Services of an experienced AHI Travel Director throughout the trip. Daily casual gatherings with your AHI Travel Director and fellow alumni travelers. Costa Maya CRUISE ITINERARY WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11 MIAMI, FLORIDA DEPART 9 P.M. Embark on your luxury cruise aboard the Six-Star Crystal Serenity in Miami. Scarlet macaw THURSDAY, JANUARY 12 CRUISE THE CARIBBEAN SEA Enjoy a glorious day at sea, and discover the many amenities aboard the ship. FRIDAY, JANUARY 13 PLAYA DEL CARMEN, MEXICO COZUMEL ARRIVE 8:30 A.M. DEPART 5 P.M The island of Cozumel is a haven for sunning on pristine beaches or snorkeling through coral formations at nearby Palancar Reef. Across the water is Playa del Carmen, gateway to the Mayan mysteries of the Yucatán. Some excursions depart from Playa del Carmen. The ship will stop briefly here before continuing to Cozumel. SATURDAY, JANUARY 14 COSTA MAYA ARRIVE 8 A.M. DEPART 6 P.M. Costa Maya was created for cruise guests. Designed to resemble an ancient Mayan city, Costa Maya features three grand pavilions, where you can see folk shows, observe local artisans creating their works of art, and witness cultural and culinary events. Within easy reach of the port are ancient cities boasting impressive temples and fascinating archaeological sites. SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 BELIZE CITY, BELIZE ARRIVE 8 A.M. DEPART 9 P.M. Belize City has a striking collection of Victorian architecture. Several period mansions have been restored and converted into museums,

6 Cozumel Santo Tomás de Castilla restaurants and inns. Other architectural styles also are represented. The Marine Terminal, for instance, is a beautifully refurbished former fire station dating to Inside are the Coastal Zone Museum with displays focusing on the local reef ecology and the Maritime Museum, which highlights Belize s seafaring history. A short distance from the city is the Belize Zoo, actually more of a wildlife preserve. Keep the camera ready for jaguars! MONDAY, JANUARY 16 SANTO TOMÁS DE CASTILLA, GUATEMALA ARRIVE 8 A.M. DEPART 6 P.M. Only recently opened to cruise ships, Santo Tomás de Castilla retains a down-to-earth atmosphere with off-the-beaten-path adventures appealing to travelers looking for an authentic Guatemalan experience. This area has a variety of foilage and exotic wildlife, such as toucans and howler monkeys. TUESDAY, JANUARY 17 ROATÁN ISLAND, HONDURAS ARRIVE 9 A.M. DEPART 6 P.M. You can spend time on pristine beaches edged by lush growths of palms. Water activities include diving and snorkeling. If you prefer to stay dry, you can tour the reef in a glass-bottom boat, go into town to shop for island crafts, or see the butterfly and floral gardens. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 18 TRUJILLO ARRIVE 8 A.M. DEPART 6 P.M. Something you will notice right away about Trujillo is the majestic landscape, with the city on a bluff overlooking the bay and mountains rising in the background. Fishing villages dot the coast, white-sand beaches beckon swimmers, divers and shell collectors to spend some time in the sun, while an old fort, a mélange of languages and luxurious beachfront homes remind travelers that this is a vibrant community on the cusp of discovery, this time by seasoned adventurers seeking a new world of natural beauty and local hospitality. THURSDAY, JANUARY 19 CRUISE THE CARIBBEAN SEA Enjoy a full day at sea. FRIDAY, JANUARY 20 PUERTO LIMÓN, COSTA RICA ARRIVE 8 A.M. DEPART 5 P.M. Puerto Limón boasts a rich combination of sights, sounds and smells. Embrace these elements as they fill your senses with the essence of this delightful city. The growth of the coffee market prompted the Costa Rican government to search for an Atlantic port to ship coffee around the world. In 1871, the port of Limón was established and what was once a fishing village grew into an important center of commerce. SATURDAY, JANUARY 21 COLÓN, PANAMA ARRIVE 7 A.M. OVERNIGHT IN COLÓN The history of Colón is punctuated by busy years of construction to facilitate travel. First were the Panama Railroad and the carving out of a quick route for the California Gold Rush. Then, most enduringly and famously, came the Panama Canal, begun by the French in 1881 and completed by the Americans in Just 6 miles south of Colón are the impressive Gatún Locks and Gatún Dam, where ships enter and exit the Panama Canal on the Caribbean side. SUNDAY, JANUARY 22 COLÓN Disembark Crystal Serenity.

7 Dolphins, Roatán Island Kohunlich Mayan Ruins Trujillo Playa del Carmen Gatún Locks, Panama Canal

8 Reserve Mystique of the Maya today! Send to: Mystique of the Maya Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority c/o AHI Travel International Tower-Suite W. Bryn Mawr Avenue Chicago, IL Trip #: W Please contact AHI Travel at with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) (1) Title First Middle Last Date of Birth (2) Title First Middle Last Date of Birth Street Address: City: State: ZIP: Home: ( ) Cell: ( ) Sharing with. (Form sent separately.) I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows Cruise and Personal Select Air/Sea Program I/we reserve the Cruise Program and request air itinerary and pricing information to Miami or Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a return from Colón, Panama, to depart from: Departure City Cruise Program I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. Cabin category requested: 1st choice 2nd choice Bedding Request: Twin Queen Dinner seating requested: 6:15 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Dining by Reservation Note: Request for seating must be made at time of booking. Table size requested: or 8 Single Accommodations I prefer single accommodations at an additional cost (limited availability). I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations to be paid in full by September 23, 2016 (110 days prior to departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by payment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Amex. Make checks payable to AHI Travel. Enclosed is a deposit of ($800 pp required) to reserve place(s). Accept my check made payable to AHI Travel. Charge my: MasterCard Visa Discover Amex Card # Expires / (Signature as it appears on credit card) Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. If you are interested in making independent travel arrangements in conjuction with this program, please contact AHI Travel at no later than 60 days prior to departure. A nonrefundable service fee applies.

9 SPECIAL CRUISE-ONLY FARES Better than 2-for-1 Published Cruise Fares Special Fares Category/Deck/Description (per person) (per person) C3 7 Deluxe Stateroom Forward $8,960 $3,480 Large picture window, queen-size bed or twin beds, seating area, full bathtub/shower combination. C2 7 Deluxe Stateroom $9,140 $3,570 Large picture window, limited view, queen-size bed or twin beds, seating area, full bathtub/shower combination. C1 7 Deluxe Stateroom $9,880 $3,940 Large picture window, queen-size bed or twin beds, seating area, full bathtub/shower combination. B3 8 Deluxe Stateroom Forward $10,060 $4,030 B2 8 Deluxe Stateroom $10,100 $4,050 Private verandah, limited view, queen-size bed or twin beds, seating area, full bathtub/shower combination. B1 8 Deluxe Stateroom $10,140 $4,070 A2 9 Deluxe Stateroom Forward $10,640 $4,320 A1 9 Deluxe Stateroom $10,690 $4,345 P2 10 Deluxe Stateroom Forward $10,730 $4,365 P1 10 Deluxe Stateroom $10,990 $4,495 PH 10/11 Penthouse $14,510 $6,255 Private verandah, sizeable living area, queen-size bed or twin beds, full Jacuzzi bathtub, separate shower, walk-in closet and personal butler service. PS 11 Penthouse Suite $23,930 $10,965 Private verandah, spacious living area, dining area, separate bedroom with picture window, queen-size bed or twin beds, full Jacuzzi bathtub, separate shower, walk-in closet and personal butler service. All cabins have a remote TV & DVD player, a refrigerator and a security safe. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include Crystal s airfare costs (unless otherwise stated). Single prices available upon request. Port charges are an additional $410 per person. PERSONAL SELECT AIR SEA PROGRAM Choose Crystal s optional Personal Select Air/Sea Program featuring personalized air options from most U.S. and Canadian gateways and enjoy complimentary transfers between the airport and the ship. Crystal s knowledgeable and accommodating staff will greet you and make your arrival and departure go as smoothly and stress free as possible. Contact us to ask about these special fares and to secure your air reservation. NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all required assistance. AIR TRANSPORTATION-CRYSTAL-All offers may not be combinable with other promotions, apply to first two full-fare guests in stateroom or suite, are capacity-controlled, subject to availability, and may be withdrawn or changed at any time without notice. Please note: Because inventory is capacity-controlled, all requests for air confirmations received on/within 75 days prior to cruise departure date are ON REQUEST and subject to availability of air/sea contract fares at the time of booking. In the event our contract fares are not available, a published fare will be offered as an alternative choice. BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS-On occasion, AHI Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or obtaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, publicity and/or training activities. RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsible for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although given in good faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are subject to change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might become necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional expenses will be paid by the individual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disability that would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transportation companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on board their conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser of this trip. CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancellations for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person administrative fee. Please note that you may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel Program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following. Cancellation from 120 days to 91 days prior to departure, will result in forfeiture of 10% of the trip cost per person; days prior to departure, 20% of the entire cost of the trip per person; days prior to departure, 50% of the entire trip cost per person; 30 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip per person. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI International Corporation. CANCELLATION OF TRIP OPTIONS-Purchases of optional excursions, trip extensions and additional hotel nights become fully non-refundable 45 days prior to departure. Air transportation and private transfer purchases are subject only to penalties assessed by the airlines and transfer suppliers. Calif. Seller of Travel Reg. No , Fla. ST Reg. No. ST-36196, Iowa ST Reg. No. 520, Nevada ST Reg. No , Ohio ST Reg. No , Wash. State ST Reg. No PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC member carriers AHI Travel Printed in the USA.

10 Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority c/o AHI Travel 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Suite 600 Chicago, IL CRIVMAY trisigma.ahitravel.com Colón, Panama Crystal Serenity Discover Mayan ruins, pristine beaches and more aboard Crystal Serenity! Cruise THE MAYA aboard Six-Star Crystal Serenity with Special 2-for-1 Pricing AHI Travel s mission is to deliver inspirational educational and cultural travel programs that delight travelers. With AHI you can rely on: Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of your journey. An exceptional travel value. Unique access to local sites. Flexibility and customization. Safety and security. Presorted Std. U.S. Postage Paid AHI Travel